Flower Valley ;
The storm was raging , the wind was harshly strong and cold yet all the fireflies sat on the ground, Orchid's body placed at the centre as they sat round it , concentrating their energy on growing the black flowers to show their loss. The beautiful and colourful valley lost it touch that day , everywhere was dark , all flowers in the realm also turned dark , some fireflies stood to arrange the valley for the ascension of their Queen . Caleb was dressed in all black , even his edges turned black , his sword attached at his back as he paced around, restless and broken. This was different, usually when a leader of the valley dies ,they all clad in white but this was different, it was unusual, it was.....Breaking.
Hazel eyes opened with a start , her head aching, she turned to her side and saw the sword floating in place, she reached for it and it came, it ….listened to her , like a disciple to its master.
She didn't want to think about all that transpired, right now , Orchid was the main concern, she cleaned up and changed, then stepped out , she came to face the sullen mood of the valley.
Everyone eyes was on her , she couldn't decide if it was because she was the only one dressed in white or because of the scenario.
While on the bed , she'd heard some conversations from the disciples about the discussion of the elders . They mentioned her exhibiting traits of the devil himself. She couldn't help but smile .
She walked over to where Orchid was laid and was about to pay her respects and touch her when someone stood in her way . His eyes spoke volumes " When are you leaving ?
Hazel looked genuinely confused
"Meaning "
" People like you bring a lot of negativity to the valley"
" Excuse Me?
" You heard me right" Caleb replied.
"Orchid is my mom too you know"... she was cut off midway by Caleb .
"You keep my mother's name out of your mouth! You Demon!!!.
The valley went silent…. Everyone held their breath and all eyes turned to Hazel .
At that moment, the stripe behind her neck began to burn , fire etched into her bones, the aura in the valley was trying to dispel her aura but she was able to overlap it . Her eyes lost it glow turning ebony black . Her sword ...Soul Shattering Sword was trying to move , everywhere was shaking..... Caleb eyes turned black , he looked scared , unafraid , confident, annoyed, angry and worried. All emotions rummaging around...
...…Heavenly Palace...
The Emperor was with his deities discussing what to do when Renalanda appeared again, apparently she was back . Her expression was more cold than ever , seemingly unaffected.
The Emperor, Akeeem called his daughter " Landa?
She stopped in her tracks , bowed to the Majesty and turned to leave.
" Wait ...…we need to talk , about the Crown . We need to prepare how we will Crown you next".
Rena looked disappointed " I appreciate your Majesty for finding me honored but ... , she raised her head .... " I am mourning my brother .
He was about to say something when the realm started shaking again , violently.
" Who's gonna die again? Fang asked himself aloud as they all prayed silently in her hearts . Renalanda gazed at nothingness, a smile curved on her lips , she excused herself and left .
…Flower Valley …..
Everyone was still rooted in place , Hazel tried to control herself but it was to no avail , She grabbed her sword , gasps escaped , Caleb eyes turned darker , then all of a sudden, she stopped, moved closer, their gaze locked in …. She pointed her sword upwards and a golden light shone , flowers began falling like rain, ...… "Excuse me ….. brother" she said to Caleb and turned to go back in but he stopped her with his words.
"Demons are not allowed in the valley, you know this".
Those words hit her hard. She looked around, trying to control her tears . This was the same place she grew up and now... she was being chased out . Her voice cracked, " I was just about leaving". And just like that , She walked right out of the Valley.
Caleb looked at her retreating figure and as much as he wanted her to stay , he couldn't afford it . He turned his back and that was the beginning of Hazel's truth . She walked out like a lone figure, her shoulders shaking yet raised high. When she got to the entrance of the Valley, she turned, showed her respect and just like that , she never turned back.
Yet a part of him felt lost the moment she walked out that door .
..was it guilt, care or something more ?